| 1. What is permanent make-up? |
A cosmetic pigment placed just below the surface of the skin by using a hand-held instrument and etching motion, similar to tattooing, but not as deep.
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| 2. Who would benefit from permanent make-up? |
It is the perfect solution for the individual who is:
• Busy and/or Travels often
• Athletic and/or Sweats often
• Has little or no eyebrows
• Allergic to conventional makeup
• Physically unable to apply makeup or has unsteady hands
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| 3. Is this procedure really permanent? |
This procedure is long lasting. Although you may need touch-ups after a few years due to fading, you should consider the procedure permanent. Use of sun block helps extend the life of permanent makeup.
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| 4. Does it hurt? |
Some people experience minor discomfort described as a slight sting or “plucking” sensation. An anesthetic lotion is used to keep the area comfortable.
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| 5. What areas can have permanent make-up? |
It is done for the eyebrows, eyeliner, lips and areola after specific breast procedures. In addition, scars can be camouflaged.
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| 6. Can there be an allergic reaction? |
Allergic reactions are very rare, however an allergy test can easily be performed to evaluate for this.
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| 7. How safe is the procedure? |
Sterile instruments are opened specifically for you, and then they are discarded. The risk of cross-contamination does not exist.
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